As the Israel-Hamas conflict continues, India’s ‘Operation Ajay’ is actively facilitating the evacuation of Indian nationals from Israel. The second flight, carrying 235 Indian nationals, including two infants, safely landed at Delhi Airport on Saturday. This evacuation follows the departure of 212 Indian nationals on the first flight, which left amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas.
India initiated ‘Operation Ajay’ on Thursday, offering a lifeline for those wishing to return home following the recent attacks by Hamas militants on Israeli towns, particularly on October 7.
The second batch of evacuees was successfully transported on Friday, with the Indian Minister of State for External Affairs, Rajkumar Ranjan Singh, present to receive them at the airport.
The flight took off at 11:02 pm local time and is part of a series of evacuation efforts that the Indian government is conducting to ensure the safe return of its citizens.
The Indian Embassy in Israel is actively coordinating these evacuation operations and has reached out to registered Indian citizens for the special flights. This includes emailing the next group of registered individuals who will be evacuated in subsequent flights. The government is covering the costs associated with these evacuation efforts.
The first charter flight for the return of Indian citizens from Israel left late Thursday evening from Ben Gurion Airport, carrying 211 adults and an infant. The flight successfully reached Delhi on Friday morning. Ben Gurion International Airport is Israel’s main international airport, located on the northern outskirts of the city of Lod.
To participate in the evacuation efforts and return to their home country, all Indian nationals need to register on the mission’s database. The Indian embassy in Israel has also established a helpline to assist Indian citizens in need.
It’s estimated that there are approximately 18,000 Indian nationals living and working in Israel, including caregivers, students, IT professionals, and diamond traders. India’s diplomatic efforts and evacuation operations aim to ensure the safety and well-being of its citizens in the midst of the ongoing conflict in the region.
These evacuation missions are part of India’s commitment to protecting and assisting its citizens in times of crisis, reflecting the government’s dedication to their welfare.
